Cheaper alternatives to Joe Bell
CDM/CMViking FK · 2026 · ranked by tactical + market fitJoe Bell's profile ↗
Joe Bell is a defensive midfielder/central midfielder for Viking FK in the Norwegian Eliteserien, with 10 appearances and 1 assist in 2026. For those seeking cheaper alternatives to Joe Bell, consider Thijs Oosting from PEC Zwolle, who has a fit score of 84/100 and a market value of €1m, or Noah Naujoks of Excelsior, with a fit score of 82/100 and also valued at €1m.
12 cheaper alternatives to Joe Bell
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thijs Oostingsimilar↗ | PEC Zwolle | 26 | €900k | 86 | 84 |
| 2 | Noah Naujokssimilar↗ | Excelsior | 24 | €1.4m | 80 | 82 |
| 3 | Victor Jensensimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 26 | €2.3m | 83 | 82 |
| 4 | Gerard Yepessimilar↗ | Sampdoria | 24 | €700k | 91 | 82 |
| 5 | Görkem Sağlamsimilar↗ | Hatayspor | 28 | €800k | 83 | 81 |
| 6 | Abdellah Baallalsimilar↗ | Clermont Foot | 22 | €100k | 92 | 81 |
| 7 | Max Birdsimilar↗ | Bristol City | 26 | €2.4m | 84 | 81 |
| 8 | Tomy Carbonellsimilar↗ | Real Sociedad B | 21 | €900k | 90 | 81 |
| 9 | Omri Gandelmansimilar↗ | KAA Gent | 26 | €2.8m | 83 | 81 |
| 10 | Andrea Franzonisimilar↗ | Virtus Entella | 29 | €700k | 85 | 81 |
| 11 | Izan Merinosimilar↗ | Málaga CF | 20 | €1.9m | 89 | 80 |
| 12 | Ilias Koutsoupiassimilar↗ | Frosinone | 25 | €3.3m | 84 | 80 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · data: Sofascore, last 3 seasons
Why these players match Joe Bell
≈ 100% Joe Bell · strong: xG + xA, Clearances · low reliability
Strengths: xG + xA /90, Clearances /90, Non-penalty goals /90
≈ 100% Joe Bell · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · low reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, Aerial duels won /90
≈ 100% Joe Bell · strong: Non-penalty goals, Shots · medium reliability
Strengths: Non-penalty goals /90, Shots /90, xG + xA /90
FAQ
What is the cheapest alternative to Joe Bell?
Abdellah Baallal (Clermont Foot) is among the most affordable similar profiles, at roughly €100k with a 81/100 match to Joe Bell.
Who is the best-value alternative to Joe Bell?
Thijs Oosting offers the best balance of fit and price among the alternatives, rated 84/100 at about €900k.
How does Doppel choose alternatives to Joe Bell?
Doppel ranks players in the same detailed position (defensive midfielder) by how closely they match Joe Bell's statistical profile, then keeps those priced below him — league-strength adjusted, top leagues across Europe and South America, last 3 seasons.
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